OSCR staff survey reveals rising motivation levels
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OSCR staff survey reveals rising motivation levels

2 Feb 2012 | Niki May Young

Staff at the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator are more motivated than they were, have a greater personal attachment to the organisation and are more confident in the board’s vision for the future, according to a new survey.

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